Cannabis Cheesecake
Creamy baked cheesecake with cannabis butter crust.
This easy cannabis cannabis cheesecake recipe uses cannabutter for a consistent, potent infusion that bakes beautifully at 350F. Baked goods are one of the most popular ways to enjoy edibles because the fat binds perfectly with THC. Follow our step-by-step guide to get reliable dosing every time. A creamy New York-style cheesecake infused with cannabutter in the crust and filling delivers an indulgent, long-lasting edible experience.
- Crust: 200g digestive biscuits crushed
- 80g cannabis butter melted
- Filling: 600g cream cheese
- ¾ cup caster sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 200ml sour cream
- 2 tbsp flour
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Mix biscuits and cannabis butter; press into 9-inch springform.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla, sour cream and flour. Pour over crust.
- Bake in water bath 55-60 min. Cool in oven 1h.
- Refrigerate 4h before serving.
Dosing Tips for Your Cannabis Cheesecake
- Start with 5-10 mg of THC per serving when baking for the first time, and wait at least 90 minutes before consuming more.
- Mix your cannabutter thoroughly into the batter to ensure even distribution of THC across every piece.
- Use our calculator to determine the total milligrams in your cannabutter, then divide by the number of portions you plan to cut.
- Remember that baked goods can take 45-90 minutes to take effect because they must be digested first.
- Slice the cheesecake into 12 equal portions using a hot knife for clean cuts and predictable per-slice potency.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Baking at temperatures above 350 F (175 C) for extended periods can degrade THC. Keep your oven at or below 350F and avoid overbaking.
- Skipping decarboxylation before infusing your fat is the most common beginner mistake and will result in weak or inactive edibles.
- Not mixing the cannabutter evenly into the batter leads to hot spots where one piece is extremely potent and another has almost nothing.
- Opening the oven door frequently causes temperature fluctuations that can affect both the bake and cannabinoid preservation.
How to Store Cannabis Cheesecake
- Store your Cannabis Cheesecake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to two weeks.
- For longer storage, wrap individual pieces tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months without significant potency loss.
- Always label your edibles clearly with the date, strain used, and approximate mg per serving to avoid accidental overconsumption.
- Cover with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface and refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze slices for 2 months.
Variations & Ideas
- Swap cannabutter for cannabis-infused coconut oil for a dairy-free version that still binds THC effectively.
- Add a teaspoon of sunflower lecithin to your batter to improve THC absorption and create a more even distribution.
- Try using a mix of CBD and THC-infused fat for a more balanced, less intoxicating effect that is great for daytime use.
- Top with a layer of cannabis-infused fruit compote made from fresh berries for an extra dose and burst of color.
Frequently Asked Questions
Technically yes, but it is not recommended. Raw flower must be decarboxylated first, and even then it creates a gritty texture and uneven dosing. Infusing your cannabutter first gives a much smoother result and more reliable potency.
Oven thermostats can be off by 25 degrees or more. Use an oven thermometer to verify the actual temperature matches 350F. This matters because excessive heat degrades THC while too-low temperatures may underbake your goods.
Yes, there will be a noticeable cannabis aroma while baking, especially in the first 15-20 minutes. Using properly infused and strained cannabutter reduces the smell compared to adding flower directly. Good ventilation helps.
When stored properly in an airtight container, cannabis baked goods retain their full potency for about two weeks at room temperature. Frozen edibles can stay potent for three months or longer. Heat and light are the main enemies of THC stability.
You cannot reduce the dosage once baked, but you can cut smaller pieces. This is why accurate calculation before baking is essential. Use our dosage calculator to plan your total THC content and number of servings before you start.
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You may or may not feel all the effects listed*